An Italian coffee bar is so much more then enjoying your [very good] ‘caffe.’ It’s a delightful peek into Italian culture: a constant buzz, timeless habits and making time for the small pleasures of life.

It was one of the first places where I felt at home in Italy; I could take part, stand in between two locals and feel connected. It’s a lively atmosphere where you never feel alone.

Last week I photographed at Caffè Giacosa; a well respected ‘pasticceria’ in the middle of Florence’s most fashionable Tournabuoni district. I met Lucilla Tacconi who was passionate to introduce me to some of the shops most famous pastries: mascarpone and raspberry pie, a scrumptious fondant chocolate cake and the seasonal ‘Schiacciata con l’Uva.’ Also served is a delicious cappuccino with a milk-foam top design reminiscent of an abstract painting. Almost too beautiful to stir …

Giacosa [previously called Caffè Casoni] is rumored to have invented Florence’s signature cocktail: ‘Negroni‘ {gin, vermouth rosso & Campari}. Morning, afternoon or early evening … there is always a good reason to stop at your local Caffè …

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One comment on “Bar Giacosa Florence: not just a coffee …”

THE first time I went to Florence I stayed in a hotel at piazza SMN and looking for a coffee found this bar where I felt the same as you: as if I belong there. I come here again and again, chose my places to stay measured at walking distance to Giacosa for a visit here in the morning is essential. I bring along people I love to experience the atmosphere and enjoy the delicious coffee. They love it as much as I do. Bravo for all the barista’s and all that make it the place it is!
Irma Grabowsky
Amsterdam